2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 726 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
