1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 (393 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
