2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CLK | F-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |