2001 Honda Life vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Life | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |