2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 927 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | E-350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |