2006 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |
