2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
