2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 223 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 832 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
