2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Golf and 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 429 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Golf | ML |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 105 L |
