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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
