2009 BMW 135 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
