2009 Ford Flex vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Ford Flex 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flex | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |