2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-250 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |