2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 632 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
