2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 939 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |