2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 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 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | ML | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
