2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Phaeton 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 Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |