1997 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML and 1997 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
