2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |