2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
