1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | S | E-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |