1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 441 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
