2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | ML | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
