2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1265 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
