1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | ML |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
