2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 746 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Ranger | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |