2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 1209 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |