2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
