2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Transit Connect | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |