2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
