2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |