2000 Ford Artic vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Artic | Vision |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
