2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 100 L |