2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-350 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 66 L |