2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 15 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
