2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2948 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
