2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
