2006 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
