2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 806 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
