2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
