2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Ford Ranger and 2009 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
