2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 586 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra.
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, 2004 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
