2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | G | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
