2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
