2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (286 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (511 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
