2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ML | ML |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
