2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 747 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 62 L |