2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 993 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |