2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
