2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1590 kg more 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLK | E-Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 181 L |