Petrol engines (Ford Ranger) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Amarok) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Performance
Power:
166 HP
163 HP
Torque:
226 NM
450 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
9.2 seconds
Ford Ranger engine produces 3 HP more power than Volkswagen Amarok, but torque is 224 NM less than Volkswagen Amarok.
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Amarok can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Dimensions
Length:
5.28 m
5.25 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.95 m
Height:
1.70 m
1.83 m
Ford Ranger is 2 cm longer than the Volkswagen Amarok, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Ford Ranger is 13 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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Turning diameter:
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13 meters
Gross weight:
2`925 kg
2`920 kg
Net weight:
1`670 kg
2`027 kg
Load capacity:
1`255 kg
893 kg
Ford Ranger load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 29 procentiem more than Volkswagen Amarok. Therefore, Ford Ranger is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
