2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |