1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
