2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
