2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | ML | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
