2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
