2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-250 | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |
