2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |