2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 822 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
