2004 BMW M5 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 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 294 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
