2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Ford F-250.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
