2001 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2001 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
