2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-350 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 62 L |
