2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (399 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 574 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | ML |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 412 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |
