2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 114 L |
