2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |