2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 302 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |