2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 96 L |