2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
