2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 114 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 70 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ML | R |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |