2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ranger and 2004 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 318 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |