2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Ford Falcon. (387 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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 (699 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Falcon. (520 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 387 HP |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
