2008 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2008 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
