2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2011 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2011 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2011 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
| Model | ML | Aero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1090 mm |
