1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 982 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
