2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4014 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |