2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 346 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |
