1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 293 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | CC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2708 mm |
