2007 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Territory C
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 2495 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 68.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 62 L


 

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