2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
