2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 746 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
