2007 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grandeur | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3341 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
