2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 603 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |