2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 335 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | ML | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 78 L |
