2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |