1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Econoline | CLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2875 mm |
