2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
