2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
