2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |