2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |