Mercedes B class 2014 vs Ford C-Max 2015

 
Mercedes B class
2014 - 2018
Ford C-Max
2015 - 2017
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.5 Diesel2.0 Hybrid

Performance

Power: 90 HP141 HP
Torque: 240 NM175 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.3 secondsn/a seconds
Mercedes B class engine produces 51 HP less power than Ford C-Max, but torque is 65 NM more than Ford C-Max.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.76.2
Real fuel consumption: 5.9 l/100km7.9 l/100km
The Mercedes B class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Mercedes B class consumes 2.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford C-Max, which means that by driving the Mercedes B class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 375 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes B class consumes 2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford C-Max.
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres53 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1350 km in combined cycle850 km in combined cycle
840 km with real consumption670 km with real consumption
Mercedes B class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Ground clearance: 98 mm (3.9 inches)140 mm (5.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Ford C-Max can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Ford C-Max version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions.

Dimensions

Length: 4.39 m4.38 m
Width: 1.79 m1.83 m
Height: 1.56 m1.63 m
Mercedes B class is 1 cm longer than the Ford C-Max, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes B class is 7 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 488 litres544 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1547 litres1212 litres
Despite its longer length, Mercedes B class has 56 litres less trunk space than the Ford C-Max. This could mean that the Mercedes B class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes B class (by 335 litres).
Turning diameter: 11 metersno data
Gross weight (kg): 1`985no data
Safety:
Mercedes B class scores higher in safety tests, but Ford C-Max is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes B class scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
high

average
Mercedes B class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Ford C-Max has serious deffects in 75 percent more cases than Mercedes B class, so Mercedes B class quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 12 0009200
Pros and Cons: Mercedes B klase has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
  • fewer faults
Ford C-Max has
  • more power
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher children safety
  • lower price
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