2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Five Hundred | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
