2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (231 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 116 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada.
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 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ML | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2004 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
