2011 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2010 Ford Maverick

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 208 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.

Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz B 2010 Ford Maverick
Make Mercedes-Benz Ford
Model B Maverick
Year Released 2011 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1699 cc 2288 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 184 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 62 L


 

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