2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | ML | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
