2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
