2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 520 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
