2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Ford S-Max and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | S-Max | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
