2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-350 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |
