2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ranger | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
