2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
