2010 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. Both 2010 Ford Edge and 2011 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 967 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Edge | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Edge | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2583 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |