2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 882 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2340 mm |
