2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. 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 159 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
