2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 173 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
