2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |