2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SLK | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
