2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 858 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |