2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
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 Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (324 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Sable |
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 | 200 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |