2000 Honda City vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | ML |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |