2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-150 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
