2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 331 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Ranger | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |