2011 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Flex would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Flex and 2013 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flex | E |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
