2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 311 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3222 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |