2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 581 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackhawk | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
