2004 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 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 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 645 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |