2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |