2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
