2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 6 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
