2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 59 L |
