2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 998 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (345 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
