2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 817 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
