Four Burner With Oven

A range combines an oven and a stovetop, while an oven is either a part of a range or a separate appliance completely. Ranges are also sometimes called stoves.A range actually refers to an appliance that is the combination between a stove top and an oven in one unit. The lower part with a door is called an oven, which is typically used for baking or broiling food. The burners on the top of the appliance are called the stove top, but may also be known as a cooktop or hob.