2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestar | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
