2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-450 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2760 mm |
