1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,688 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
