2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacifica | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 95 L |
