2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |