2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Ford Econovan

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 Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1567 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan.

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 (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ranger 2001 Ford Econovan
Make Ford Ford
Model Ranger Econovan
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1789 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2862 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2210 mm


 

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