2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 84 L |