2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |