2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 614 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |