2004 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |