2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-350 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 758 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-350 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
