2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
