2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |