2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 991 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTI | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |
