2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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 (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | ML | Accent |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
