1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 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 145 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | Routan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
