2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
