2006 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
