2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 4 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 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 81 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
