1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 722 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3165 mm |
