2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
