2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |