2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |