2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1529 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
