2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |