2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLK | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
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 | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |