2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (411 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |