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


 

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