2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
