2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. 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 (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-350. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 520 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |
