2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
