2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
