2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
