2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |
