2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 142 L |
