1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 150 L |
