2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | ML | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
