2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 839 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
