2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz C and 2011 Mitsubishi ASX were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX.
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 Mitsubishi ASX, 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi ASX has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX 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 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | ASX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
