2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |