2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CLK | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 574 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |