2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |