2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | ML |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 93 L |
