2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Ford E-150 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford E-150 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |