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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 650 kg more 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (620 Nm @ 1600 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |