1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | ML |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2916 mm |
