2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 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 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
