2006 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 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 | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |