2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
