1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |