2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (470 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Econoline | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
