2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 608 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
