2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |