2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 219 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (496 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
