2004 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 84 L |
