2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 427 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.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |