2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,408 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 720 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |