2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestar and 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 299 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestar | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |