2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 483 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
