2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SLK | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
