2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 596 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 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ranger 2005 Infiniti FX
Make Ford Infiniti
Model Ranger FX
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1244 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 90 L


 

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