2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Voyager. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
