2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Voyager | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
