2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS.
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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2003 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Ranger | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
