2002 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 916 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |