2005 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2913 mm |
