2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
