2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XC90 | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
