2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 172 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Ranger | 458 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |
