1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2960 mm |
