2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CL | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 150 L |
