2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 721 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | ML | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
