2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
