1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | ML | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
