2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |