2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 873 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |