2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Ranger | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |