2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 487 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | ML | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
