2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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 753 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S40. 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 (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | ML | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |