2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiguan | ML |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |