2006 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
