2009 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stream | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
