2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Taurus and 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | ML |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
