2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 425 kg more 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |