2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flex | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
