2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | ML | V70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
