2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2001 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 546 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
