2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-250.
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 SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SL | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |