2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (323 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Ranger | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |
