2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Explorer 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Explorer C
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4013 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2077 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3320 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 62 L


 

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