2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. 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 (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | ML | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |