2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 965 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | ML | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
