2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allroad | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
