2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 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 |
