2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2012 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 154 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Captiva 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 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | ML | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| 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 | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |
