2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 944 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.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |