2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
