2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 991 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E-150 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
