2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 114 L |
