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, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2996 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |