2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
