2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
