2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |