2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
