2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | GLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2756 mm |