2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
