2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiesta | B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2699 mm |
