2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
