2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
