2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
