2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
