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 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 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.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
