2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 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 52 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | ML | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
