2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sport Wagon | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 542 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2913 mm |