2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 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 (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
