2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fiesta | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |