2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
