2010 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2010 Ford Transit Connect and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Transit Connect | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |