2000 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
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 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |