1999 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
