2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2011 Toyota Camry 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. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
