2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 92 L |
