2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Transit Connect | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
