2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
