2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2002 BMW Z4 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |