2005 Ford GT vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (542 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
