2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. 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 398 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1193 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. 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 (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | ML | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2610 mm |
