2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ranger | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2320 mm |
