2004 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
