2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
