2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-250 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1991 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |