2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |