2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
