2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 474 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | ML | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |