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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 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 123 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 | 4014 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |