2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |