2006 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |