2005 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Honda Legend and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (231 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (330 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2120 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |