2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
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2003 Ford F-150 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | SLS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1262 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |