2012 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Wrangler and 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Wrangler | ML |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3881 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1826 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2423 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |