2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | ML | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |