2011 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz R and 2011 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | R | Ka |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |