2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1717 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |