2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 565 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, both vehicles can yield 370 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | ML | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |