2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |