2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Ford F-350 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-350 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 96 L |
