1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 676 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | ML |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2913 mm |
