2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | C | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |