2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ranger | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |