2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ecobasic would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecobasic | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4640 mm |
