2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat, 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |