2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-250. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
