2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |