2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |