2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Ranger | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |