2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestyle and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestyle | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |