2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. 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 (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2005 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti I | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | I | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |