2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 136 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
