2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 941 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | ML | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
