2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1616 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |
