2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 862 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |