2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 933 kg more than 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
