2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |