2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 273 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
