2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 192 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |