2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |