2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-450.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SL | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 142 L |
