2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 57 L |
