2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equinox | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
