2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-150 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
