2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 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, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |