2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5784 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 136 L |
