2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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.
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2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 268 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |