2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 84 L |
