2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ML | SS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
