2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 359 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tucson | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
