2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
