2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | ML | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
