2003 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 BMW 520.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |