2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 671 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
