2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life.
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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Life |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2370 mm |
