2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 303 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
