2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2005 Volvo V70 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 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 V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | ML | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |