2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | B | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |