When you are searching for a van strictly for cargo, you will have a few options to choose from. You will most likely want a vehicle that is spacious and able to handle heavy loads and there are some vehicles that are better than that then others. Today we're going to take a closer look at two of your options, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van and the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Van.
Both of these vehicles are popular cargo van options, but they have many differences to discover. The first major difference between these two vehicles is their cargo capacities. The Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo van offers an impressive 186 cubic feet of space. The Ford Transit on the other hand only has 105.9 cubic feet of space, which is a significant difference.
2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van
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VS |
2016 Ford Transit Connect Van XL
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208 | Horsepower
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169 |
186.0 cubic feet
| Cargo Volume
| 105.9 cubic feet
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2,502 pounds
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Maximum Payload
| 1,470 pounds
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2 | Passenger Seating
| 2 |
Another difference between these vehicles is their maximum payloads. The Mercedes-Benz Metris has a maximum payload of 2,502 pounds, while the Ford Transit only offers a maximum payload of 1,470 pounds. This could be a pretty big deciding factor for which van you will be driving home in.
If you are interested in learning more about the Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van, call or visit Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead Sprinter. We will be able to answer any further questions you might have. We can even help you schedule a test drive here in the Phoenix area. Come see what other drivers already love about the Mercedes-Benz van lineup.