2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |