1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 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 131 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | ML | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
