2004 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 43 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |