2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 817 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2950 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |