2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
