2007 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 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 M5 (520 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |