2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2012 Ford F-150 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (156 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | B |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2699 mm |