2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 635 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
