1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.

Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 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 (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 1999 Saab 05-Sep
Make Mercedes-Benz Saab
Model ML 05-Sep
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2601 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.3:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm


 

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