2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |