2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | ML |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |