1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. 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 (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | ML |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2913 mm |
