2005 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 799 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |