2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
