2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | ML | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2613 mm |
