2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-150 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |