2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
