2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 5 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, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | Vito |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
