2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 1116 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |