2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-150 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.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 98 L |