2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | GL | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |