2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fiesta | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |