2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
