2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 190 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
