2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLC | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
