2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2011 Ford Fiesta and 2011 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiesta | C |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
