2007 Ford Territory vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
