2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
