2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ranger and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 358 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |