2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
