2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1922 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 2000 Honda City, 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |