2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1336 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |