2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CL | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 142 L |
