2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |