2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2890 mm |
