2001 Ford F-650 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue

To start off, both 2001 Ford F-650 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc, 2001 Ford F-650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-650 (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 Ford F-650.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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-650 (1,166 Nm) has 985 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford F-650 2001 Mercedes-Benz Version Longue
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model F-650 Version Longue
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7300 cc 2597 cc
Horse Power 128 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 1166 Nm 181 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1540 kg
Wheelbase Size 4930 mm 2410 mm


 

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