2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |