2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 452 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 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
