2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |