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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster 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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
