1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |