2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 870 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1986 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1986 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | ML | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
