2010 Acura TL vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2010 Acura TL and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 378 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura TL | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TL | B |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |