2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
