2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 Honda Jazz, 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Jazz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |