2011 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Jazz | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jazz | ML |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
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 Weight | 1129 kg | 2261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |