2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1864 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Explorer | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |