2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Lancia Ypsilon 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 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 Lancia Ypsilon, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ranger | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 47 L |