1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,688 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 272 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |