2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 869 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |