2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ML | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |