2005 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 233 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2874 mm |
