2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 88 L |