2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestyle | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
