2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2004 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | ML | Liana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3720 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2186 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |