2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
