2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
