2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | ML | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |