2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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-150 (515 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (500 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SLK | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
