2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 906 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
