2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |