2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
