2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 887 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
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, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
