2012 Ford Flex vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2012 Ford Flex and 2011 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 412 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flex | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
