2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2012 Mercedes-Benz C and 2013 Ford Explorer are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 302 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
