1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML and 1998 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
