2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1564 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
