1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 6 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 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 853 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
