1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. 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 199 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. 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 1994 Ford Mustang. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | ML | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
