2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | E-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 125 L |