1995 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. 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 (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | ML |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |