2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 612 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
