2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |