1999 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
