1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 7,253 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (582 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (721 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7253 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
