2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 2 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 207 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | ML | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 43 L |
