2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |