2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley State Limousine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | State Limousine | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
