2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2010 Infiniti EX 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. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Ranger | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
