2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford F-250 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | G |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2850 mm |