2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 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 78 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | 49 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
