2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLK | F-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |