2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 121 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 42 L |
