2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |
