2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1214 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.
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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-350 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
