2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 624 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 144 L |
