2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 583 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |