2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 347 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | ML | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
