1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 930 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | ML | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
