2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
