2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ranger and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 832 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
