2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
