2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
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-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | S | E-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3723 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |