2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
