1996 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 528 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
