2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1663 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
