2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3001 mm |
