2001 Ford EX vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Ford EX and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EX | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |