2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford F-150 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2954 mm |