2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. 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 (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | ML | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
