2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SL | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
