1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
