2007 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
