2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 105 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.
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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
