1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |
