2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (257 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
