2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 87 L |
