2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 763 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |