2007 Ford Territory vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
