2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
