2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
