2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 420 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
