2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 916 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |