2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1642 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 108 L |
