2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
