2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 826 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 150 L |
