2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Ford E-350

To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2012 Ford E-350
Make Mercedes-Benz Ford
Model E E-350
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 2111 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 132 L


 

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