2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 155 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2007 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. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
