2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 533 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (392 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
