2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
