2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1479 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 150 L |
