2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |