Mercedes GL 2006 vs Ford Ranger 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.5 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 224 HP | 143 HP | |
| Torque: | 510 NM | 330 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Mercedes GL is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes GL engine produces 81 HP more power than Ford Ranger, whereas torque is 180 NM more than Ford Ranger. Thanks to more power Mercedes GL reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 | 8.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.9 l/100km | 9.4 l/100km | |
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The Ford Ranger is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes GL consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Ranger, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes GL could require 135 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes GL consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Ranger. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1020 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 800 km on highway | ||
| 910 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes GL gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 198 mm (7.8 inches) | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | |
| Mercedes GL 2006 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.09 m | 5.08 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.84 m | 1.76 m | |
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Mercedes GL is larger. Mercedes GL is 1 cm longer than the Ford Ranger, 12 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes GL is 9 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 620 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2300 litres | no data | |
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Ford Ranger has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes GL has 880 litres less trunk space than the Ford Ranger. This could mean that the Mercedes GL uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | 13 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GL is 0.9 metres less than that of the Ford Ranger, which means Mercedes GL can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`150 | 3`020 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 400 | 7200 | |
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