2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
