2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fusion | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
