2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 370 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vectra | ML |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |