2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-150 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |