2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestyle and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestyle | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |