2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 431 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |