2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestar and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E (500 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestar | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
