2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
