2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |