2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |