2007 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestar and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar, 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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestar | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestar | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
