2011 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ranger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | C |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
