2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 87 L |
