2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | ML | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |