2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Milan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |