2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Volkswagen Microbus were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
