2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 325 (238 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
