2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2011 Ford Fusion and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Fusion | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fusion | B |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1516 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |