2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Ford E-150. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
