2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-250 | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2685 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
