2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
