2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
