2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2011 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 386 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 2011 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | B |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
