2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 909 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.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |