2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 653 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |