2023 Ford
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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MPG - City | 18 - 25 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | 22 - 28 MPG | 30 - 33 MPG |
Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Cargo Space | 87.8 ft3 | 52.6 - 56.3 ft3 |
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Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 255 hp |
Towing Capacity | 5,000 - 5,600 lbs | 3,500 - 5,291 lbs |
Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 185.7 - 187.5 in |
Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 75.6 in |
Leg Room |
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in |
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in |
Head Room |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.5 in |
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Explorer, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Explorer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Performance
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.