2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
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 Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
