2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-450 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |