1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | E500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |