2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 764 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
