2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. 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 (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | ML | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
