1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1997 Ford F-150 and 1997 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
