2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
