2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1837 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
