Mercedes ML 1998 vs Mercedes B class 2008
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Crossover / SUV | Minivan / MPV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Mercedes ML is available with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Mercedes B class can be equipped with front wheel drive. | |||
| Engines: | 2.3 - 5.4 | 1.5 - 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 347 HP | 95 - 193 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 - 510 NM | 140 - 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 - 12.3 seconds | 7.4 - 14.2 seconds | |
| Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 - 14.4 | 5.2 - 8.1 | |
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Mercedes ML petrol engines consumes on average 6.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes B class. On average, Mercedes ML equipped with diesel engines consume 3.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes B class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.60 m | 4.27 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.60 m | |
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Mercedes ML is larger. Mercedes ML is 33 cm longer than the Mercedes B class, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes ML is 18 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 544 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 2245 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 3`008 | ~ 1`866 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 4200 | |
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