2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | ML | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 136 L |