2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1404 mm |
