2002 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 167 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
