2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
