2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Edge | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
