2007 Ford Territory vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 6000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2585 mm |
