Mercedes B class 2014 vs Ford C-Max 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 2.0 Hybrid | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 141 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 175 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.3 seconds | n/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): | 3.7 | 6.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.9 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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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 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1350 km in combined cycle | 850 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km with real consumption | 670 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. | |||
| Mercedes B klase 2014 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Mercedes B klase 2014 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.39 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.63 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 litres | 544 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1547 litres | 1212 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 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`985 | no 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 (€): | 10 800 | 8200 | |
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