2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestyle | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
