2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 195 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Captiva | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
