2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestyle | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
