2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 67 L |