2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
