2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
