2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 783 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |
