1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |