1999 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 323 and 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1999 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
