2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Ford E-Series

To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.

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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 2013 Ford E-Series
Make Mercedes-Benz Ford
Model SL E-Series
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4582 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Height 1298 mm 2085 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 150 L


 

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