2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 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-250.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 82 L |
