2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
