2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |