2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1363 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 115 L |
