2007 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1969 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Ka, 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 Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ka | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |