2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Ford F-150 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3220 mm |
