2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
