2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestyle and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestyle | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |