2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | ML | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 616 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
