2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
