2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro are equipped with a 6,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (426 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | ML | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
