2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 985 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Nitro 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Nitro ML
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 2345 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2141 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 105 L


 

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