2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |