2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |