2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus GS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Ranger | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
