2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
