2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
