2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 786 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (542 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tucson | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
