2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2007 Dodge Ram 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. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 84 L |