2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |