1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |