1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Intimidator | ML |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
