2001 BMW Compact vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Compact | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
