2006 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
