2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
