2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |