2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |