2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
