2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
